Apple's foldable iPhone has been one of the company's most talked-about projects for almost a decade. Rumours suggest that the device could launch in 2026, bringing significant innovations with it.
Apple is working to eliminate the annoying crease found on most foldable smartphones, ensuring a screen with no visible signs of folding. The device also looks set to adopt a "book-style" design, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold, requiring significant changes to iOS to accommodate landscape orientation.
As for dimensions, the outer panel will measure 5,5 inches, smaller than current iPhones, while the unfolded display will reach 7,8 inches, reminiscent of the iPad mini. Although it will be extremely thin when unfolded, at just 4,8 millimetres thick, its thickness when folded will reach 9-9,5 millimetres, making it quite bulky.
Another interesting detail is the possible return of Touch ID, which could replace Face ID if Apple cannot reduce the thickness of the TrueDepth camera. The biggest question mark remains the price, as the device is expected to cost between 2.000 and 2.500 dollars, in line with the general trend for premium foldable smartphones.
Although the rumours are becoming increasingly specific, things may change before the official unveiling, and there is still a chance that the device may never launch. But if the foldable iPhone does eventually hit the shelves, it will certainly be one of Apple's most innovative offerings.
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